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We’re proud to announce the formal launch of a new brand for the business, evpzee, dedicated to making electric vehicle (EV) charging simple and accessible. With a focus on on-street EV charging solutions, evpzee aims to revolutionise the EV charging landscape for street lighting engineers, housing developers, and contractors.
“Our journey with evpzee began from a deep-rooted understanding of lighting infrastructure and our relentless pursuit of solving customer challenges,” remarks Tim Barker, Managing Director of Acrospire and Director at sister brand, evpzee.
Grounded in Acrospire’s rich knowledge of lighting infrastructure, evpzee ventures into the EV charging arena with a commitment to simplicity and reliability. The transition from illuminating streets to powering vehicles underscores Acrospire’s dedication to provide end-to-end solutions for its specifiers.
“Entering the EV charging market was a natural progression for us,” Tim continues. “Our extensive experience in addressing customer pain points, coupled with our proficiency in delivering turnkey solutions, positions evpzee as a game-changer in the industry.”
Leveraging existing assets for a sustainable future
Central to evpzee’s philosophy is the utilisation of existing assets and power networks. By capitalising on established infrastructure, evpzee not only minimises costs but also lays the groundwork for a sustainable and budget-conscious future.
“Our vision with evpzee is to simplify the often-complicated process of EV charging, especially for local authorities and housing developers who are more accustomed to dealing with lighting infrastructure,” Tim adds.
“We believe that knowledge is paramount, and through sharing our expertise and fostering discussions on best practices, legislative changes, and technological advancements, we aim to make life easier for everyone involved.”
evpzee’s flagship product is its 7kW on-column electric vehicle charging solution designed for overnight charging. Leveraging existing lamp posts, evpzee addresses the significant portion of UK car owners without off-street parking access. This approach promotes EV adoption and offers convenient, accessible, and cost-effective charging solutions.
“We’ve designed and engineered our own UK-manufactured, OCPP-compliant solution with evpzee,” Tim notes. “Rather than simply white-labelling another manufacturer’s product, we took the time to develop a reliable, secure, and durable solution that aligns with our mission of making EV charging hassle-free.”
Advantages of on-column charging solutions
By utilising existing infrastructure, evpzee’s on-street lamp post charging solutions offer several advantages, including:
– Reduced range anxiety through convenient on-street charging– Lower installation costs utilising existing power network, and quick plug-and-play implementation– Elimination of the need for extensive civil work with built-in O-PEN earthing and fault protection– Approved metering for reliable billing– Load balancing between chargers
“While we identified the market opportunity over 18 months ago, we developed our solution meticulously rather than rushing to market,” Tim explains. “With evpzee, our goal is not global dominance but rather becoming a trusted partner in the EV charging ecosystem, as we have within the lighting industry. That said, we do have the capacity to scale manufacturing to over 1,000 units a week, so we are well-prepared to meet increasing demand and support the widespread adoption of our technology as the market evolves.”
For councils, housing developers, and contractors seeking to facilitate EV adoption and address charging infrastructure shortfalls, evpzee offers a comprehensive on-column solution tailored to meet their needs.
Our story
The idea for Acrospire was formed in 2012 when founder Tim envisioned a different kind of lighting manufacturer: one that would not only deliver outstanding customer experiences but also prioritise fair treatment for its employees.
We’ve come a long way
Motivated by the belief the industry wanted and needed better, Tim shared his plan to establish his own venture with Hatty, who simply couldn't let him do it alone.
The rest, as they say, is history.
Protecting local jobs and ensuring the best quality possible.
Working from a rented office by day and assembling lanterns in a garage at night, Tim and Hatty set to work.
11 Years later
Acrospire now inhabits a 14000² ft manufacturing facility in Basingstoke, Hampshire. We’re a proud partner of the Made in Britain scheme, ISO9001 certified and a member of all relevant lighting industry trade bodies.
Along with great relationships with our customers and a great team! We've attracted some of the most experienced members of the lighting industry, all by following one golden rule.
A simple ethos
That runs through all that we do. Customers who have made the switch to Acrospire have found working with us to be a breath of fresh air.
If you’re a professional in the lighting industry, you’re probably familiar with warranties that range from 3 to 10 years, with extensions available on special request or at additional cost. At Acrospire, where we’re proud to be different, we offer a market-leading simple 12-year warranty, as standard.
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